Zeitbrücke-Museum, Regional museum in Gars am Kamp, Austria
The Zeitbrücke-Museum is housed in a building from 1883 and spreads across three floors with collections covering archaeology, trade history, and local heritage. The exhibits include archaeological discoveries, information about the Babenberg dynasty, and documentation of Austria's oldest trading company.
The museum was established in 1902 and documents the Babenberg dynasty and their castle in the region. Collections preserve archaeological finds and models that illustrate the medieval history of the area.
The museum features a section dedicated to Franz von Suppè, the composer whose operettas shaped Viennese musical theater. Visitors can see his personal items and understand how his work influenced the cultural life of the area.
The museum is open from May to October on weekends and is best reached from the Gars-Thunau train station. Plan to spend an hour or two exploring the three floors and all the exhibition sections at a comfortable pace.
The First Austrian Trade Museum section documents commerce through the history of Kiennast, the oldest trading company in Austria. This rare collection shows how buying and selling practices have changed over many centuries.
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